tag:give.pr.co,2005:/press_releasesGIVE.asia press releases2018-12-17T19:48:12+08:00https://dkskyn6tqnjvs.cloudfront.net/feed_icon.pngpr.cotag:give.pr.co,2005:PressRelease/1703572018-12-17T19:48:12+08:002018-12-17T19:48:12+08:00Family needs help to bring sick father home from Japan

Help Erin as she raises funds for her father to bring him back from Japan to Singapore in an air ambulance.

Family needs help to bring sick father home from Japan

Help 68-year old Mr Tan Boon Kwang return to Singapore in air ambulance to get medical treatment. Please find more details here - https://give.asia/campaign/help-my-dad-come-home-9845

Generous donors have donated over $43K so far to help the family. You can reach out to the Mr Tan's daughter who is currently in Singapore at +65 9320 2256 for more information.

We look forward to your assistance in spreading the word about this situation so more people can help Mr Tan by going to https://give.asia/helpmydad

Responding to the heavy rain and flooding that caused the sudden hydropower dam collapse in Southeast Laos on Monday evening, Singapore Red Cross (SRC) has launched a public fundraising appeal, and will pledge S$50,000 in humanitarian aid to affected communities.

The donations will fund the purchase and distribution of relief items, including first aid supplies, blankets and mats for survivors, as well as, other disaster relief and recovery efforts.

Singapore Red Cross is working closely with Lao Red Cross Society (LRCS) to dispatch a three-person advance team on Thursday, 26 July. Comprising experienced Red Cross volunteers trained in disaster management, the team will deliver relief supplies to an estimated 1,000 families, and conduct ground assessments to determine urgent and mid-term needs.

Mr Benjamin William, Secretary General and CEO of Singapore Red Cross, said, “With continued rain and strong winds predicted for the next few days, there is much uncertainty surrounding the situation at this point. We are deeply concerned for the survivors, and plans are already in motion for SRC to provide immediate response. Our first priority is to address the urgent needs and to provide support to the homeless. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and work with our partners to render appropriate aid in this challenging time.”

The consequences of the collapsed hydropower dam are dire. Reportedly releasing five billion cubic meters of water - the equivalent of more than two million Olympic-sized swimming pools - through six villages, the flash flooding accident has resulted in hundreds of people missing, an unknown number believed to be dead, and 6,600 people made homeless due to evacuations. Recently, many parts of Laos have been hit by floods from heavy seasonal rains. Over the next few days, continued rain and strong winds are predicted and could worsen the situation.

Zuzanita (Bom - class of 88), Khalijah (Khalid - class of 86) and TKGS Alumni have come together to raise funds for Dollah as a token of appreciation for his dedication to their school. Dollah or his real name, Abdullah Basiron served as Operations Support Officer for TKGS and is its longest serving staff.

Almost every month, the group Happy People Helping People Foundation has been raising funds for the benefit of elderly cardboard and can collectors with GIVE.asia's help.

Singapore, 07 July 2017

For immediate release

Monthly meal funds for elderly cardboard collectors

Almost every month since March 2016, the non-profit group Happy People Helping People Foundation has been raising funds for the benefit of elderly cardboard and can collectors with GIVE.asia's help.

The funds raised are used to purchase a daily meal for each of their 100-plus beneficiaries, in the respective estates that they work or stay in. The remaining money is used to provide $50 NTUC vouchers for the collectors, and fund outings to places such as the Singapore Flyer and the Duck Tours.

Each beneficiary gets a Happy Friends Card every month, with which they are able to redeem their daily meals at the respective food stalls. Usually mixed vegetable stores are chosen so the beneficiaries are able to pick from a variety of dishes every day, of which they can collect at their own convenience so the meals can be consumed while warm.

On the first Sunday of every month, the group conducts Happy Sunday, where they distribute the Happy Friends Card and vouchers to their beneficiaries. The group also encourages donors to come down to the outings or Happy Sundays to hand out their vouchers personally, to encourage interaction with the beneficiaries.

Helmed by 36-year-old Nafiz Kamarudin, Happy People Helping People Foundation was started in 2013. The group settled on helping elderly cardboard and can collectors, as many tend to fall through the support network provided by the government and society.

When asked about his motivations for his actions, Mr Kamarudin spoke of his wish to provide his beneficiaries with financial and emotional support. He also brought up his wish to encourage compassion for others within the public.

Happy People Helping People Foundation has raised over $234,000 so far on GIVE.asia, usually recieving over $10,000 per monthly camapign.

The group is currently active in five different estates in Singapore - Toa Payoh, Little India, Chinatown, Bedok and Geylang. They employ the help of volunteers by informing them of the monthly events and outings through their Facebook page.

On August 12, 2017 , with GIVE.asia's help, Singapore Fashion Runway 2017 will present local fashion with a socially responsible twist.

The theme for Singapore Fashion Runway 2017 is Fashion for a Social Cause. The runway show will display works by 13 local and aspiring designers, and modeled by 30 disabled, chronically ill and special needs individuals. There will also be a showcase of creative merchandise sewn by Singapore’s elderly, underprivileged and special needs families.

Some of the models include Aniq Hazim Tahir, who suffers from autism, Pauline Yap, who has Down Syndrome, and Calin Tan, a breast cancer survivor.

Fashion for a Social Cause aims to make the traditionally glamorous industry of fashion an inclusive community, to impact lives and bring joy, happiness and confidence to the ill and aged, who are battling life's challenges.

For the first time since it began in 2015, Singapore Fashion Runway has decided to work with GIVE.asia to raise the necessary funds. Eileen Yap, founder of Singapore Fashion Runway, had to fund the shows and all the efforts herself after SG50, which had provided her with a partial subsidy.

She said: "I decided to use GIVE.asia this time, so that more people who understand Fashion for a Social Cause and the lives we impact can come forward to help. I need the fundings to sustain this dream of many people, especially the sick, ill and the special needs community.

"The funds will be used to help Singapore Fashion Runway organise the show, train the special needs/sick/cancer patients/survivors and more from the challenged sectors so that they can get to realise their dream to be involved in fashion. We also mentor the elderly and the underprivileged in sewing so the funds will be helpful to continue this journey for many people who would not have had the opportunity to be part of the fashion runway show in the past. More importantly, they learn skill sets which will help them to get their talents spotted and possibly become hired in the local industry."

Singapore Fashion Runway 2017: Fashion for a Social Cause

Date: Saturday, 12 August 2017

Time: 4pm-8pm

Venue: *Scape The Ground Theatre, 2 Orchard Link S(237978)

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Singapore Fashion Runway started in 2015, during SG50. It attracted 30,000 visitors to its shows throughout the year, and has since remained a national project where communities in Singapore can come together to bond and learn skill sets through fashion.

Last year, the Singapore Fashion Runway Finale show in December saw Singapore’s para-athletes/medalists like Yip Pin Xiu and Theresa Goh as well as local sports stars turn into runway models at the Singapore Sports Museum.

Singapore Fashion Runway was conceived by Eileen Yap, the founder of local fashion label Noël Caleb and a mother of three young children.

These campaigns may have gotten the most views, or have backstories that have touched the hearts of many. Many still need your help, so give generously or share if you can.

A Peek At June's Most Memorable Campaigns

These campaigns may have gotten the most views, or have backstories that have touched the hearts of many. Many still need your help, so give generously or share if you can.

1. Month-old baby Saanvi needs to undergo urgent open heart surgery

Born on June 9 this year to an Indian couple working in Singapore, baby Saanvi was diagnosed with Atrioventricular septal defects (AVSD). With a worsened condition and increased breathlessness, she urgently requires open heart surgery. The operation has been scheduled for July 18, but the operation cost of S$70,000+ and additional post-operation care costs are too much for the couple with no Medisave to handle. They still require funds to meet the operation cost and post-operation care costs for Saanvi, so she gets the best chance for survival and recovery.

Traffic Police Staff Sergeant Nadzrie Matin died in the line of duty on June 1, 2017, after an accident along Serangoon Road. His motorcycle was believed to have collided with a van, throwing him off his vehicle upon impact, after which he eventually died of his injuries. He leaves behind a grieving wife, family and friends. His friends have suggested the creation of this fund to help his family through this trying time, and alleviate their worries.

3. 2-year-old Raffique Rayfalfound to have blood clot in brain while on family trip

2-year-old Malaysian citizen Muhammad Raffique Rayfal suffered from a fever and fits while on a trip to Singapore. He was found to have a blood clot in his brain, and was diagnosed with cerebral abscess. He had his first operation on the day of diagnosis. Having been treated in Singapore, his medical bills have so far amounted to about S$50,000 for various operations and treatments. The campaign has ended successfully after public's overwhelming show of support.

4. Active volunteer Shamsul suffered from a debilitating blood clot in his brain since young, before having a brain aneurysm

Mohd Shamsul had suffered from a blood clot in his brain since young, after a fall. It led to him slowly becoming weak and disabled. Despite that, he was still a positive person and active volunteer. In April 2017, he was found unconscious after a blood vessel near his blood clot burst. He had a brain aneurysm, and eventually developed Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) and became comatose. His condition has improved tremendously since, but his family was then left with a seemingly insurmountable hurdle - medical bills amounting to over S$57,000. The campaign has since ended successfully, and the funds collected will be used to pay for the hospital bill, stepdown care hospital bill and Shamsul's lifelong care.

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GIVE.asiahttp://www.give.asiatag:give.pr.co,2005:PressRelease/1545332017-05-31T10:10:00+08:002017-05-31T10:10:00+08:00May's Most Popular GiveAsia Campaigns Still Need Your Help

Fundraisers include parents desperate to bring a premature baby home, young children bravely fighting cancer and a young adult solely supporting her family. At the heart of each story lies a courageous fighter that can overcome obstacles with your support.

May's Most Popular GIVE.asia Campaigns Still Need Your Help

Fundraisers include parents desperate to bring a premature baby home, young children bravely fighting cancer and a young adult solely supporting her family. At the heart of each story lies a courageous fighter that can overcome obstacles with your support.

1. Baby Derek, born prematurely at 28 weeks, has been in NICU for a month

The Gagans have always wanted a child, and were on their third pregnancy after two miscarriages. However, Baby Derek was born on 8 May 2017 prematurely at 28 weeks and is currently in a neo-natal intensive care unit. While the couple has been supported by family, friends, colleagues and the medical team at KKH, they still need S$150,000 to meet the rising medical bills to incubate their newborn, and to finally bring him home.

2. Four-year-old Aahna suffers from a very rare form of Lung Cancer and post-surgery complications

Four-year-old Aahna is currently fighting for her life in KK Children's Hospital. She was found to be suffering from a very rare Type-3 PPB Lung Cancer, a form of cancer so rare that there have been less than 50 known cases. While doctors have managed to remove 95% of her 17cm by 10cm tumour that took up most of her lung space, there are now post-surgery complications and internal bleeding. Her family will have to pay for Aahna's hospital bill out of pocket, which is currently at S$250,000 and is estimated to increase to S$500,000.

Funds Raised as of 30 May: US$188,753 (Because of the high amount of funds needed, the GiveAsia team is also trying to get funds from US donors, hence funds raised in USD)

Get In Touch: For fundraiser details, contact Dennis at +65 8332 4925

3. 20-year-old Nurul is supporting her terminally ill father and 11 siblings on her salary of S$1,500 a month

Photo Credit: The New Paper

While most 20-year-olds pursue their education or spend their free time hanging out with friends, Nurul works as a full-time waitress to earn enough money to support her family of 13, including her terminally ill father. Her mother left their family when she was young; she alone is putting her younger siblings through school and feeding the family. Her salary of S$1,500 is not enough; they have been surviving on rations and some help from social services, but they need more to make ends meet. While she does not have a fundraising target, anything you can give will go a long way.

5-year-old ZhenXi was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma Stage 4 Cancer in 2016 with a large tumour of about 12cm growth on his abdomen, that was spreading to his lymph, liver, bone and his bone marrow. Since then he has been fighting his way through numerous chemotherapy treatments, but his latest MRI scan (March 2017) showed that the tumour has grown bigger and the cancer has spread. So far, the family has spent S$230,000 on medical bills, and foresee another S$300,000 for ongoing treatment.

6-month-old Baby Karen suffers from a mitochondrial disease that affects the brain stem. Ever since she was a month old, she has been in and out of hospitals, her parents desperate to find a cure. Costs have skyrocketed in Singapore, and doctors have suggested that Baby Karen continue her treatment in Indonesia, where costs will be much lower for the family. But to get there in the first place will require an air ambulance to transport her - this will cost an additional US$20,000 on top of the S$130,000 that her treatment is already costing.